Climate change poses a significant challenge to global ecosystems, impacting the distribution, behavior, and abundance of insect pests with far-reaching consequences for agriculture, forestry, and public health. This collection will provide a comprehensive exploration of the interactions between insect pests and climate change, focusing on adaptation and mitigation strategies. The collection will include innovative research, methodologies, and practical approaches to manage and control insect pests in the context of a changing climate.

This collection provides a comprehensive platform for researchers, entomologists, and experts to explore the intricate relationship between insect pests and climate change. The primary focus is on understanding the impacts of climate change on insect pest dynamics, developing adaptive strategies, and implementing effective mitigation and control measures. Furthermore, this collection seeks to contribute valuable insights and practical solutions to the ongoing discourse on the intersection of insect pests and climate change, fostering a more sustainable and resilient approach to pest management in agriculture.

This collection aims to contribute to a robust knowledge base, facilitating the development of effective strategies for adapting, mitigating, and controlling insect pests in the face of climate change. By bringing together diverse perspectives and research methodologies, the collection seeks to guide policy makers, researchers, and practitioners toward sustainable and resilient pest management practices that align with the dynamic challenges posed by a changing climate.

Deadline for submissions: 30 June 2024

Relevant topics include, but are not limited to:

• The influence of climate change on the geographical range and migratory patterns of key insect pests, and the implications for pest management strategies
• The effects of rising temperatures on insect development, reproduction, and behavior, in the context of pest management
• Economic implications of insect pest-climate interactions
• The effects of climate-induced changes in plant physiology and phenology on their susceptibility to insect pests
• The role of climate change in the proliferation of insect vectors for human and animal diseases
• Ecological resilience in the context of insect pest management under changing climatic conditions.
• Adaptive management approaches for insect pests in agriculture, horticulture, and forestry.
• Integration of climate data into pest forecasting models and the development of responsive pest control strategies
• Effectiveness of biological control methods (entomopathogens such bacteria, nematodes and viruses) under climate change scenarios The role of pesticides in climate-smart pest management, including sustainable and judicious pesticide use, environmental impacts and the development of climate-resilient pest control products.